Sid passed away Saturday evening, November 2, 2013 at his home. He was born on November 17, 1914 in Detroit, MI, to Sidney F. and Mae (LaValley) Johnston. On February 14, 1942, Sid was united in marriage to Geraldine Bruley. During WWII he served in the Civil Air Patrol. Over the years, he worked as an industrial engineer for National Waterlift, Stryker Corporation, and Douglas Mfg. He also taught a class for Western Michigan University and, after retirement, drove cars for DeNooyer's Toyota. He was a member of Schoolcraft Assembly of God church. He enjoyed poetry and photography. Surviving are eight children: Deanna Davis of Florida; Janyne Johnston serving in Russia; Albert, Jr. (Ann) of Texas; Martha Rawlinson of Portage; Christine (Neil) Ross of Oregon; Jerard (Sarah) Johnston of Tennessee; Arthur (Linda) Johnston of North Carolina; and Mary (Lydia) Chapa of Kalamazoo; numerous grandchildren, great-grand and great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his first wife, Winnifred Bridon (who died in 1939); his oldest son, Duane; his wife of 69 years, Geraldine; his parents and siblings. Funeral Services for Sid will be at 12:00 PM on Saturday, November 9 at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave., with Pastor Fred Betcher, of Schoolcraft Assembly of God, officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 11 AM until the time of service on Saturday at the funeral home. Private interment will be at a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to Schoolcraft Assembly of God Church. Please visit Sid's personalized webpage for directions, his online guestbook, or to leave a condolence to his family at www.langelands.com